Elizabeth Tucker

Elizabeth Tucker is a former animal keeper at the Saint Louis Zoo with a background in Biology, specializing in Biodiversity. After the tragic loss of her first husband, a police officer killed in the line of duty in 2016, Elizabeth became an advocate for grief and healing. She has spoken at memorials, law enforcement events, and even met with Mike Pence at the White House to discuss grief and first responder awareness.

As an Executive Board member of Guns N Hoses, Elizabeth supports families of fallen first responders. Her journey of healing led her to the fitness world, where she became a certified personal trainer and co-founded an athletic training facility with her second husband. Elizabeth now trains young athletes, helping them reach their full potential both on and off the court, including many who have gone on to play professionally in basketball and volleyball.